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Jonell Wright Obituary
COSHOCTON: Jonell Eileen Wright, 52, of Coshocton joined her family in heaven at 4:55 P.M., Thursday, September 13, 2012 at Grant Medical Center.
Born December 16, 1959 in Coshocton, she was the daughter of the late Richard Franklin Appis and Joyce A. (Manning) Appis of Coshocton.
A 1978 graduate of Coshocton High School, she had been a homemaker most of her life, having worked as a clerk at the former Spot Carry-out in Coshocton.
On August 15, 1982, Jonell was married to Marvin "Pat" Murphy who passed away August 16, 2008. Later she married Kim E. Wright who died July 7, 2010.
Jonell daily participated in the Computer Bingo Tournament and will be remembered for her love of music, dancing, gardening and flowers. In addition to her mother, Jonell will truly be missed by her special companion Ron Dunlap of Coshocton; two sons Logan P. (Ashleigh Gingell) Murphy, Brandon A. (Lucretia) Murphy; two brothers Mark E. (Renee) Appis all of Coshocton and William T. "Bill" (Denise) Appis of Conesville and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
In addition to her father and husbands, Jonell was preceded in death by an infant grandson Ayden Patrick Murphy, and two brothers David B. Appis and Richard Alan Appis.
Services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, September 16, 2012 at the Free Funeral Home, Coshocton with Pastor Ralph Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Coshocton County Memory Gardens.
Calling hours will be held from 12 Noon to 2:00 P.M. on Sunday prior to the funeral service at the Free Funeral Home.
Memoriums may be made to the Jonell Wright Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 961, Coshocton, Ohio 43812. Envelopes are available at the Free Funeral Home.
The online guestbook may be signed at www.coshoctontribune.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jonell Wright
Jim McNamee II
September 20, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of her passing.My thoughts and prayers go to all the family.
Heather Hindel
September 19, 2012
I'm so very sorry for your loss Joyce. I remember how your eyes lit up when you talked about Jonell.
Mary (Abel) Parsons
September 18, 2012
Many great memories of 'Nell from high school. God Bless you and your family.
Shirley (Taylor) Courtright
September 18, 2012
The funny things she would do and say would get me into trouble at school. My laughter was uncontrollable. She made many people happy. God bless you and your family at this time of loss.
Kurt Lillibridge
September 17, 2012
So sorry Bill and Mark. I remember Jonell fondly from our younger days in school. May you endure with peace and love in your lives.
Kurt Lillibridge
September 17, 2012
So sorry Bill and Mark. I am thinking of you guys and remember Jonell fondly from our younger days.
September 17, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Jonell was a sweet person. Jim Richesson and Family
Jim Wright
September 17, 2012
you will be missed Jonell
Jim Wright
September 17, 2012
Bill and Family, Sorry for your loss, Jonell was a sweet person, will be missed ...Jim and Lorry Wright
John&Judy AQronhalt
September 17, 2012
Bill--Judy&I are very sorry about your loss,are thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Anna Cox (Matthews)
September 17, 2012
My sympathy goes out to all of Janell's family. She was a great friend that always had a beautiful smile. My prayers are with you all.
Doreen Lambert
September 16, 2012
She was one of the first friends I made in Ohio. Her laughter and joyous spirit made everyone smile when around her. She had a warm and giving heart and now our earth angel is home where she belongs. You will be missed and loved Jonell. All my prayers to the family.
Mike & cheryl Bryant
September 16, 2012
Joyce,Mark,& Billy, so sorry to hear of your loss. Jonell always had a smile when we saw her usually at Walmart. We all had some good times when we were youngsters. Mike & cheryl Bryant
Dick and Nancy Lawrence
September 16, 2012
You have our sympathy at the loss of Janell. We have known the Appis family for many years and hold them dear to our heart at this sad time. Our prayer is for comfort at this time.
Pam (Flowers) Thomas
September 16, 2012
Logan and Brandon, May special memories of your mother and God's love bring you comfort at this difficult time.
ruth durben
September 16, 2012
To Mark,Bill and to all the family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.She will truly be missed by her family and the ones who loved her dearly God Bless you all.
Christa Baker-Walsh
September 15, 2012
Joyce, Mark, Bill and families,
My heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Jonell. May God wrap his arms around all of you to give you comfort......
John Rettos
September 15, 2012
Mark and Bill.. So sorry to hear about your sister Jonells passing. I remember her. Very well from CHS. She was a most pleasant person. My sympathy to both of you and your families.
September 15, 2012
Mark, Bill and Appis family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Jonell walking pass our house so many times. I know your loss is great and I'm truly sorry for your pain. My prayers are with you all. Valarie Byers Hess
Terry Holder - Reed
September 15, 2012
May your friends and family find comfort for our Lord during this time of loss. Jonell is and will always be a special kind of angel, thankfully knew her on earth now the heavens have welcomed her bright smile. God Bless those of us she leaves behind. May time bring healing & comfort to her family and loved ones.
September 15, 2012
Bill,Denise and family,
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you all during this difficult time.
God Bless, Bob and Sandy Lee
Charlene Brady Bussey
September 15, 2012
My condolences to Jonell's family.A special person I have known since early school days.
Diana & Jay Brickles
September 15, 2012
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy goes out Jonell's family! I just recently ran into Jonell and we had a wonderful conversation! Her laugh was contagious, her smile was beautiful & her heart so true and full of love! It is so true that only the good die young! May God be with you all in the difficult days ahead! Find peace within knowing that one day we will all be together again! My favorite song is I Can Only Imagine and I truly can only imagine what a glorious place she is now in!You will be missed but never forgotten!
crystal appis
September 15, 2012
R.I.P Aunt Jonelle...love you..
Abbe Donley
September 15, 2012
My sincerest sympathies and prayers go out to Jonell's family. It wasn't long ago we reconnected on Facebook. So glad we got that opportunity. She will be missed.
September 15, 2012
Bill, Denise & Family,
We are sorry for your loss.
Love and prayers,
Ralph & Cindy Nethers & Family
September 15, 2012
We will pray that god will comfort her family and friends during this time of sorrow.
Amy (Buker) Scott
September 15, 2012
To the family of Jonell, Iam so sorry to hear of the passing of Jonell,We went to school together such a wonderfull person, so caring,Jonell will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Heaven will receive a special angle, Rest in peace my friend.
September 15, 2012
Prayers going out to Jonell's family...
debbie griley mentzer
September 15, 2012
i am so sorry for your loss. jonell was a wonderful friend. she will always be remembered...
Mark and Betty Anne (Sees) McIntosh
September 15, 2012
We remember Jonell so fondly. God's blessings with your family. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Tribbie
September 15, 2012
Accept my deepest condolences to Jonell's family and friends. I didn't know Jonell but her brother Mark and I went to school together. Mark, I'm sorry to hear about your sisters passing. It's hard to lose a loved one, especially one we grew up with. You may be apart for now but in the end we will all be reunited again in a better place.
Darlene Williams Williard
September 15, 2012
Jonell was a special lady...always a smile and a kind word for everyone. Deepest sympathy to her entire family.
Donnie Rice
September 15, 2012
Sorry for your loss.
Pat & Kenny Grier
September 15, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers for all of Jonell Wright's family.May you find confort in all the wonderful memories of her very short life.
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